Chief Executive Officer

Associated General Contractors of Minnesota (AGC of Minnesota) is seeking a visionary, collaborative, and strategic leader to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer.

Applications will be accepted through March 20, 2026
, with finalist interviews conducted in April, 2026
. The selected candidate will join the organization in 2026 as Executive Vice President, working closely with and under the mentorship of the current CEO during a planned transition period. Upon the CEO’s retirement, the successful candidate will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer on
January 1, 2027
.

Founded in 1919, AGC of Minnesota is a 501(c)(6) statewide trade association and the first recognized chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America. Headquartered in St. Paul, AGC of Minnesota is one of 89 chapters nationwide and has long served as a trusted and influential voice for the commercial construction industry. Today, AGC of Minnesota represents more than 360 member firms, including general contractors, specialty contractors, suppliers, service providers, and project owners engaged in building and highway construction.

The association is supported by a dedicated professional staff of eight full-time and three part-time employees and operates with an annual budget of approximately $3.4 million, supported by a strong and well-managed investment portfolio.

The CEO serves as the strategic leader of the association, accountable to the Board of Directors for organizational performance, financial stewardship, and mission impact. The CEO works in partnership with the Board to set and execute strategy, lead staff, grow membership value, advance advocacy priorities, and represent the association as the leading voice of the commercial construction industry.

• Organizational Growth: Grow and strengthen the organization through membership growth, diversified revenue, and increased industry influence.
• Member Experience Innovation: Design and implement member journey strategies that serve diverse segments (general contractors, subcontractors, affiliates, emerging professionals) with tailored value propositions and structured onboarding frameworks that provide tangible value to members.
• Effective Communication: Command strategic oral and written communication skills to influence policy, align stakeholders, and strengthen member trust.
• Visionary Leadership: Demonstrate energy, purpose, and strategic vision, balancing independence with strong Board partnership.
• Coalition Building: Build and manage multi‑disciplinary coalitions that serve industry and association goals and sustain relationships.
• Relationship Development: Foster respectful relationships with staff, stakeholders, and industry peers, recognizing strong relationships are the currency of the organization.
• Operational Excellence: Deliver optimal performance and value‑driven outcomes through effective organizational management.
• Labor Relations: Strategically manage labor relations and collective bargaining to deliver member value and maintain respectful trade partner relationships.
• Fiscal Health: Provide effective stewardship of the organization’s fiscal health through sound accounting, asset management, and risk management practices.
• Technology Leadership: Position AGC MN as the industry’s technology connector and innovation catalyst by convening members with emerging technology providers and championing digital transformation.
• Industry Wellbeing Champion: Lead mental health and worker wellbeing initiatives that differentiate AGC MN as an industry leader, including the Minnesota Construction Mental Health Alliance.

• Lead strategic planning and clearly communicate the organization’s vision.
• Develop operational goals aligned with the strategic plan.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures for operational effectiveness.
• Serve as the Board’s primary advisor on strategy, risk, and organizational performance.
• Implement Board‑approved policies and strategic direction while maintaining appropriate governance boundaries.

• Oversee fiscal functions, including…